Whirlpool System I - Manual (Page 10)

Use & Care Information
Water Requirements
The filtration system must be connected to a cold
water supply line providing 30-100 psi water pressure.
The water temperature must be between 40°-100°F.
Community or private well water must be potable
(suitable for drinking).
! WARNING
Personal Injury Hazard
DO NOT use water filtration system if water is
microbioiogicaiiy unsafe or water quaiity is
unknown. Faiiure to follow these instructions
could result in personal injury.
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General tips
• To correct a leaky saddle
valve, turn off cold water
supply and make sure bot­
tom screw Is tightened evenly
and firmly. DO NOT overtighten, you could crush
the pipe. Then make sure the nut below the
saddle valve's handle is tight. If not, tighten it
with a %" wrench.
• If the threaded portion of the brass compression nut
that is attached to the saddle valve leaks, turn off
saddle valve and remove the nut, wrap Teflon tape
around the threaded portion 2-4 times. Reconnect
the nut.
• If a leak should occur at a push-in connector, the
cause is usually defective tubing. To correct the
problem, turn off water supply to the
system either at the saddle valve or
other existing water valve. Push in the
grey push-in connector and hold; then
. pull the tubing out of the connector. Cut
“ \ at least V4" from the end of the tubing
clean, square cut using a plastic tubing Cutter or a sharp
razor knife. Make sure the cut end is clean and blunt
and that tubing is round. Reinsert tubing as far as it
will go. Turn on water supply at valve.
• If the refrigerator tubing leaks at the push-in connec­
tor, the refrigerator's water line metal tubing may be
grooved or deformed. To correct the problem, turn
off water supply to the system either at the saddle
valve or other existing water valve. Press refrigerator
water supply or optional sink faucet to drain water
from system. Wait five minutes for filtration assembly
to depressurize. Push in the grey push-in connector
and hold; then pull the tubing out of the connector.
Cut at least 'A" from the end of the tubing to create a
new smooth end or replace if necessary.
' If a cartridge head leaks, it may
have a misaligned, pinched or
damaged 0-ring. Shut off the slot
saddle valve or other existing
water valve. Press refrigerator
water supply or optional sink
faucet to drain water from system
Wait five minutes for filtration
assembly to depressurize. Turn
filter cartridge V4 turn to the left
and remove. Replace the 0-ring if
it is misaligned, pinched or damaged.
slot
receptacle
cartridge
tabs
Maintaining your water
fiitration system
The maximum length of time a filter cartridge should
be used is one year. Cartridges should be replaced
every 500 gallons, but exactly how often cartridges
are replaced will depend on local water conditions.
Private wells may require more frequent cartridge
replacement while softened water systems may
require cartridge replacement only once a year.
Cartridge Replace at least Or replace if or when...
Sediment (SC) Once/year or
every 1,000 gals. •Water supply is cloudy,
has high dirt and rust
content (change every
six months)
• Water amount or flow
from faucef is noticeably
reduced
•Water supply smells
of chlorine
Lead Reductien (L) Once/year or
every 500 gals. •Wafer supply smells
of chlorine or water
has high dirt and rust
content (change every
six months)
Carbon (CF) Once/year or
every 500 gals. •Water has “off" fasfe
or odor
Maintenance of this water filtration system is very important.
Replace the Sediment (S), Lead Reduction (L), and Carbon Filter
(CF) cartridges annuaiiy. Faiiure to maintain this water filtration
system over an extended period of fime could present health
risks.
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slot
receptacle
cartridge
Replacing filter cartridges
1. Turn off water supply at either saddle valve or
main shut-off. Press refrigerator water dispenser to
empty water into a container. If using the optional sink
faucet, turn on faucet to drain any water in system.
Discard this water. Wait five minutes for filtration
assembly to depressurize.
2 .
Lift cover off filtration assem­
bly. Rotate cartridge one-quarter
turn to the left to remove connector
tabs from receptacle. Gently pull
down to remove cartridge.
3 .
Check that label on new cartridge
matches label above cartridge recep­
tacle. Remove red cap from
cartridge. Wet 0-ring seals
of new cartridge with a little
water. Line up the tabs at the ^
top of the new cartridge with the slots in the filtration
assembly's receptacle. Push cartridge up and turn it 'A
turn to the right to lock it into place. Cartridge label
must face front. Pull down on cartridge to make sure it's
firmly in place. Repeat step if cartridge disconnects.
4 .
Turn water supply back on and check for leaks.
Open faucet and allow water to run for 5 minutes to
check system for leaks. If water is leaking, shut off
water and recheck connections. Replace cover.
Preparation for long periods of non-use
Follow these instructions if system will not be used for
more than 30 days.
1. Turn off water supply at either saddle valve or
main shut-off. Press refrigerator water dispenser to
empty water into a container. If using the optional sink
faucet, turn on faucet to drain any water in system.
Discard this water. Wait five minutes for filtration
assembly to depressurize.
2 .
Remove all cartridges and place upside down in
sink or bucket to drain water from cartridges. Place
cartridges in plastic bag and seal tightly. Place bag
with cartridges in refrigerator. Do Not allow cartridges
to freeze.
Using water filtration system after long
periods of non-use
1. Follow instructions for replacing cartridges.
2 .
Follow "Start Up” instructions (3e and 3f).